Retail Assistant Project Manager

Permasteelisa Gartner Retail; Mendota Heights (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Permasteelisa Gartner Retail is seeking a Retail Assistant Project Manager to join our Project Management team in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. You will support planning, coordination and delivery of high-end retail construction projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet safety, schedule, budget and quality goals.

You will review bid documents, assist RFQ processes, monitor schedules, manage communications with clients and suppliers, and help ensure compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Project Management or a related field.
• Previous experience in construction or project management is preferred; experience in high-end retail projects is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of project management principles, methodologies and tools.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Understanding of storefront installation methods and retail construction practices
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations related to retail construction is preferred.
• Understanding of critical path scheduling is an advantage.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Availability to travel nationally and internationally as required (up to 40%).

Responsibilities

• Review bid documents, contracts, specifications, and drawings to ensure a clear understanding of project requirements.
• Support the coordination of activities across design, production, procurement, operations, and site teams to support effective project delivery.
• Support the execution of retail projects, ensuring compliance with quality, safety and contractual requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of RFQs and support procurement activities for materials, equipment and subcontracts.
• Monitor project schedules and documentation ensuring effective communication across internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support project commercial activities, including cost control, payment applications, and cash flow monitoring.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, suppliers, and project partners.
• Conduct site visits to monitor project progress and support compliance with company safety and quality standards.

Skills

PM basics

Drawing reading

MS Office

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

We are looking for a Retail Assistant Project Manager to join our Project Management team. Reporting to the Project Director, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of high-end retail construction projects, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Review bid documents, contracts, specifications, and drawings to ensure a clear understanding of project requirements.
• Support the coordination of activities across design, production, procurement, operations, and site teams to support effective project delivery.
• Support the execution of retail projects, ensuring compliance with quality, safety and contractual requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and support procurement activities for materials, equipment and subcontracts.
• Monitor project schedules and documentation ensuring effective communication across internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support project commercial activities, including cost control, payment applications, and cash flow monitoring.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, suppliers, and project partners.
• Conduct site visits to monitor project progress and support compliance with company safety and quality standards.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Project Management or a related field.
• Previous experience in construction or project management is preferred; experience in high-end retail projects is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of project management principles, methodologies and tools.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Understanding of storefront installation methods and retail construction practices
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations related to retail construction is preferred.
• Understanding of critical path scheduling is an advantage.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Availability to travel nationally and internationally as required (up to 40%).

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